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You can Help shape the future of dementia support across Southend, Essex and Thurrock There are over 24,000 people in Essex are living with dementia, and that number is expected to grow. That's why it's so important that the voices of people with lived experience help shape the future of local support and services. As part of the refresh of the Southend, Essex and Thurrock Dementia Strategy, we're encouraging people to take a few minutes to share their views. Whether you're l

July is Disability Pride Month, a good opportunity to celebrate the lives, achievements, identities and contributions of disabled people, whilst also recognising the barriers many still face every day. Celebrated in the UK since 2015, Disability Pride Month encourages us to challenge stereotypes, tackle stigma and promote a more inclusive society. Not everyone starts from the same place. Making reasonable adjustments and removing barriers helps ensure people with disabilities

Make this the summer you go smoke free. Quitting smoking isn't always easy, but it could be one of the most important decisions you ever make. If someone you loved smoked, you'd want them to have the support they needed to quit, the same is true for you. Smoking can seriously damage your lungs and increase the risk of long-term health conditions such as COPD and lung cancer. But despite the high risks, people continue to smoke because of stress, anxiety, trauma or simply beca